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The World's Largest Palm

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The World's Largest Palm is a full-scale replica of the right hand of the Grand Buddha at Lingshan. It perfectly matches the shape and size of the original, created at a 1:1 scale. The palm stands an impressive 11.7 meters tall—equivalent to a three-story building—spans 5.5 meters in width, and has fingers with diameters of up to 1 meter. Its total weight reaches 13 tons, giving a sense of the grandeur of the Grand Buddha itself...

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The World's Largest Palm is a full-scale replica of the right hand of the Grand Buddha at Lingshan. It perfectly matches the shape and size of the original, created at a 1:1 scale. The palm stands an impressive 11.7 meters tall—equivalent to a three-story building—spans 5.5 meters in width, and has fingers with diameters of up to 1 meter. Its total weight reaches 13 tons, showcasing the majestic height of the Great Buddha. The palm is formed in the "Fear Not" mudra, symbolizing the dispelling of suffering and instilling courage in all beings. "Touch the Buddha’s hand to gain blessings and longevity." Visitors can touch the palm with good intentions, light a stick of incense, and let the Great Buddha remove your worries while blessing you with a lifetime of peace.

Address: Inside Lingshan Scenic Area, Lingshan Mountain, Linshan Road, Binhu District, Wuxi City

Type: Statue/Sculpture

Recommended Visiting Time: 0.5–1 hour

Phone: 0510-85689010

Ticket Information:

No separate ticket required. Included in the Lingshan Scenic Area ticket (210 RMB).